Tix solder, compared to other soft solders, is higher in price due to the rare elements in the alloy and the fact that it will do jobs no other solder can do. Tix solder melts at 275°F or 100° lower than lead-tin solders. It also has a much higher wetting ability. Specific gravity is 8.6; Freezing point 267.8°F; bonding holding strength is 4, 000 lbs. psi; Electric conductivity, IAS vs copper 7.3. Tix solder will never tarnish, contains no silver or bismuth and will solder to platinum, gold, silver, stainless steel, alnico, pewter and numerous alloys. Solid state components can be soldered without using a heat sink. Repairs to printed circuit boards are simple as the low melting will not damage the board. Tix solder may be used with any flux, rosin, chloride or acid. Standard size 125 grains, approximately 20 3-inch sticks, .030mm diameter.